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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Aristotle define "Recognition"?
(a) An understanding of something.
(b) A change from ignorance to knowledge.
(c) A sudden realization that one is familiar with something.
(d) A deep knowing.

2. In the context of poetry, Aristotle explains that rhythm is used in the form of a what?
(a) Harmony.
(b) Meter.
(c) Specific beat.
(d) Mysterious undertone.

3. What does Aristotle identify as the most essential element of tragedy?
(a) Irony.
(b) Character.
(c) Rhyme.
(d) Plot.

4. When a poet simply straightforwardly describes the events as they happen, what method does Aristotle say the poet is using?
(a) The method of recognition.
(b) The method of first person.
(c) The method of third person.
(d) The method of imitation.

5. Men are drawn to write poetry for several reasons. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons Aristotle provides?
(a) Man is naturally attracted to imitation.
(b) Man enjoys learning.
(c) Man is naturally attracted to beauty.
(d) There is a natural attraction to rhythm and harmony.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of the requirements Aristotle mentions for a good tragic plot?

2. In poetry, Aristotle explains that the "Recognition" is almost always what?

3. Aristotle defines poetic work as what?

4. In poetry, Aristotle says that in the "Odyssey" recognition comes about how??

5. What is history according to Aristotle?

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